How To Fix J3RM_RN054 - Document item's UoM &1 is not base UoM &2 for material &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RM_RN - Message class for RN documents processing

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Document item's UoM &1 is not base UoM &2 for material &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RM_RN054 - Document item's UoM &1 is not base UoM &2 for material &3 ?

  The SAP error message J3RM_RN054 indicates that there is a mismatch between the unit of measure (UoM) specified for a document item and the base unit of measure defined for the material in question. This error typically occurs in the context of inventory management, purchasing, or sales processes where the unit of measure is critical for accurate data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Unit of Measure Mismatch: The document item is using a unit of measure that is not the base unit of measure for the specified material. For example, if the base UoM for a material is "KG" (kilograms) and the document item is trying to use "LBS" (pounds), this error will occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: The material master may not be configured correctly, or the unit of measure conversion factors may not be set up properly.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in data entry where the wrong unit of measure was selected for the document item.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) and verify the base unit of measure for the material in question. Ensure that the correct base UoM is set.
  
  
  
  Review Document Item:
  
  Check the document (e.g., purchase order, sales order, etc.) where the error occurred. Ensure that the unit of measure used for the document item matches the base unit of measure defined in the material master.
  
  
  
  Adjust Unit of Measure:
  
  If the document item is using a non-base UoM, you may need to change it to the base UoM or ensure that the conversion factors are correctly defined if you need to use a different UoM.
  
  
  
  Update UoM Conversion:
  
  If you need to use different units of measure, ensure that the conversion factors between the base UoM and the alternative UoMs are correctly maintained in the material master.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct UoM or how to make changes, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: In SAP, you can maintain units of measure in the material master under the "Basic Data" view. You can also define alternative units of measure and their conversion factors.
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MM02: Change Material Master
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  VA01: Create Sales Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the unit of measure used in your documents aligns with the base unit of measure defined for the material.